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When a horse doesn’t seem up-to-par under saddle, we investigate all kinds of possible causes: ill-fitting tack, gaps in training, attitude issues, lameness, or chalk it up to just being bad. But how often do we consider that our horses perhaps don’t want to collect because they have a digestive problem that makes it uncomfortable? Rarely is the horse’s digestive tract at the top of the checklist for enhancing equine performance, but all too often it is a major factor.
Enhance Equine Performance in the Digestive Tract First
We don’t work our hardest when we aren’t feeling well, and neither do our horses. And unfortunately for performance equines, their lifestyle lends itself to digestive issues.
The stress of travel and competition, spending time confined to a stall, and exercising rigorously all work against the natural digestion process, which is designed for a horse living outside 24/7, grazing up to 18 hours a day, and expending little energy.
Digestive Tract Discomfort Decreases Equine Performance Ability
When a horse’s lifestyle interferes with healthy digestion, the decreased function and added discomfort also impact its performance ability.
Movement: difficulty bending to the left or right can be caused by GI pain or discomfort.
Power: abdominal pain can restrict hind leg movement, the source of impulsion for jumping and galloping as well as collection and extension.
Stride length: full extension is only possible with the entire GI tract is healthy.
Stamina: bacterial fermentation of fiber in the hindgut produces VFAs, a critical source of long-term energy.
Energy: Only with proper digestion can a horse absorb and convert its feed into energy.
Trainability: A relaxed, willing work partner is only possible with a healthy mind and body.
Condition the Digestive Tract for Enhanced Equine Performance
Give your horse every opportunity to perform at its best by feeding SUCCEED® with a regular meal once a day. SUCCEED® is a natural supplement and conditioning program that will:
- Increase nutrient absorption.
- Stimulate the immune system and normalize digestion.
- Maintain the balance of good microorganisms in the hindgut and aid in healing.
- Lubricate and protect the GI tract lining.
The digestive system fuels every other system in the body. So when you use SUCCEED®, you’re managing total horse health … and that means enhancing equine performance.
Whether you are an owner or trainer, your horses on SUCCEED® can offer better rides in training and competition, which means better results. Take the SUCCEED Challenge today to see how it can take your horse from good to great.
 | "Winning any race is a special thing, and making history is incredible. But getting claiming horses to perform like this is tough to do. SUCCEED® really made a difference. I’m not imagining that my horses are doing well, I see it in print now.” Read full story. Joe Woodard |
